CHI Memorial Surgical Oncology Associates

At CHI Memorial Surgical Oncology Associates, our surgeons bring exceptional training and expertise in both traditional and minimally invasive surgical oncology techniques. We prioritize personalized care to enhance recovery and deliver the best possible outcomes for each patient.

Advanced surgical care to diagnose, stage and treat cancer while managing cancer-related symptoms.

Dr. Justin Wilkes is the region’s only board-certified complex general surgical oncologist, ensuring you receive specialized, advanced care. He specializes in:

• Adrenal gland surgery

• Gastrointestinal oncology: Treating gastric, pancreatic, colon, hepatobiliary, rectal, small intestine and neuroendocrine tumors

• Soft tissue sarcomas: Including retroperitoneal sarcoma, extremity sarcomas and GIST

• Skin cancers: Including melanoma, squamous cell, basal cell and Merkel cell

• General surgery: For gallbladder, appendix and benign colorectal conditions

Dr. R. Hunter Jennings, a highly skilled surgical oncologist, serves as the medical director of pancreatic and hepatobiliary cancer at CHI Memorial Rees Skillern Cancer Institute, bringing extensive expertise in treating complex cancers. He specializes in:

• Gastrointestinal oncology, including gastric, pancreatic, colon, hepatobiliary, rectal, small intestine, adrenal gland, esophagus, and neuroendocrine tumors, and GIST (gastrointestinal stromal tumors)

• General surgery procedures for gallbladder, appendix, hernias and benign colorectal conditions

• Skin cancers including melanoma, squamous cell, basal cell and merkel cell 

• Complicated wound care management and hyperbaric oxygen therapy

• Soft tissue sarcomas

• Breast malignancies

Yes, our physicians and providers welcome new patients. Call (423) 622-2494 to make an appointment.

In most cases, a referral is required to see a surgical oncologist. Your primary care provider or specialist can provide the referral to ensure coordinated care and proper evaluation. However, it's always a good idea to check with your insurance provider or contact our office directly to confirm if a referral is necessary for your specific situation.